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Drive Innovation and Workforce Development: Strategic workforce investments are vital for long-term success. The 2025 Growing Green Jobs report notes a 12% increase in the green economy workforce since 2021 and projects approximately 14,300 to 42,400 net new workers will be needed in New Jersey’s broader energy economy, primarily in the green economy between 2022 and 2035. Existing initiatives include clean energy training hubs, apprenticeship expansion, and funding wraparound services for trainees in overburdened communities, all of which should continue to meet this growing demand. Additionally, the State should continue to invest in early-stage cleantech start ups and cutting-edge research to drive innovation in the green economy.
Drive Innovation and Workforce Development: Strategic workforce investments are vital for long-term success. The 2025 Growing Green Jobs report notes a 12% increase in the green economy workforce since 2021 and projects approximately 14,300 to 42,400 net new workers will be needed in New Jersey’s broader energy economy, primarily in the green economy between 2022 and 2035. Existing initiatives include clean energy training hubs, apprenticeship expansion, and funding wraparound services for trainees in overburdened communities, all of which should continue to meet this growing demand. Additionally, the State should continue to invest in early-stage cleantech start ups and cutting-edge research to drive innovation in the green economy.
